“Leveraging the strength of our two organizations’ networks, this contest creates real opportunities for collaboration between academia and industry,” says Anne-Marie Croteau, dean of JMSB.

“While JMSB is redefining next-generation business education, this collaboration is of critical importance because it provides students with the opportunity to meet established professionals face-to-face.”

There will be four award categories:

Eclipse: Somebody who is heading a growing and innovative company that exceeds the competition, and transforming their industry through the provision of services and products, process improvements or the creation of new business models

Glocal: An individual who has created local jobs and contributed to the advancement of a Quebec-based company at the international level

Instinct: A team responsible for an innovative and complex transaction that ensures the development and growth of a local leading-edge business

Person of the Year: A leader who embodies the vision of Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton and JMSB

The selection committee, composed of three JMSB representatives and three prominent members of the business community, will evaluate nominees based on:

Innovation and vision

Financial performance

The scope of their accomplishments

Their involvement in the community and mentoring activities

The contest is open to influential people, regardless of where they live in Quebec, from all sectors and types of organizations. The nomination period began on September 26 and runs until December 20.